Rice Sushi with Smoked Salmon Avocado
Delight in the fresh flavors of rice sushi rolled with creamy avocado and smoky salmon, perfect for a light and elegant meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sushi rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
- 100g smoked salmon, sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- Soy sauce, for serving
- Wasabi paste, for serving (optional)
- Pickled ginger, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine rice and water in a pot, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it steam for another 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved; fold into the cooked rice and allow to cool.
- Place a bamboo sushi mat on a flat surface and lay one nori sheet on it.
- Spread a thin layer of rice evenly over the nori, leaving a 1-inch border at the top.
- Arrange smoked salmon and avocado slices along the bottom edge of the rice.
- Using the mat, roll the sushi tightly from bottom to top, sealing the edge with a little water.
- Slice the roll into 6-8 pieces using a sharp knife.
- Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger as desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle sesame seeds on the rice before adding the filling or try adding thin cucumber strips for a refreshing crunch.
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